Ernie's Fried Chicken — Restaurant in Belton

I used to frequent this establishment often, until the older gentleman was really rude to me a few years ago. I started going to the Killeen location, but then it closed. This chicken was some of the best, if not the best, in the area. It was always crispy, flavorful, and juicy. The sides, however, have never been good to me. I gave the sides multiple opportunities, but nothing was as flavor packed as the chicken. I've even tried the breakfast tacos and burritos. They didn't disappoint at all. I was in the area and hungry, so I decided to stop by for a two-piece. The service was faster than previous, but my chicken was soggy on one side. The crispy side was great and what I remembered, but the soggy side looked like an elderly person, and the skin was kind of mushy. It wasn't a complete disappointment, but that wasn't what I was...

Ernies Fried Chicken 08-02-24

I stopped by to get lunch It’s a small place but nice. I used the order window and waited in my car till they called my name. We had; Chicken Fried Steak with Mashed Potatoes and Fries. Tasted like processed Steak that came frozen. But it was good with the gravy and potatoes. Steak Finger Basket with Fries. Same as the Chicken Fried Steak 9 Piece Chicken Tenders. Tender and good. I also got ½ Dz Chicken Livers that were battered well and had good flavor. I Ordered the Catfish Only which came with Tarter Sauce and Two Hushpuppies. Good Cornmeal Batter and crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. All in all it was OK. Nothing special but still good. I would go back to try their Fried Chicken and Breakfast Tacos!

The employee that waited on me was very friendly and nice. Overall it was a...

She ain't much to look at but the love that comes out of that little building could fill a palace. I dare you to find something on their menu that isn't amazing! We originally started going here for their breakfast burritos and found that it wasn't even their specialty, it's the fried chicken! Y'all, it's so good, they sell out... They. Sell. Out. My first time trying the chicken, I was thinking, it's fried chicken, how can you make it better than any of the chain restaurants... WRONG! The batter is super crispy and the breading didn't slough off because it was too greasy, even the white meat was still moist and not overcooked. So often you get a fried breast and it's dry and stringy, not here boss! If you judge the outside, you're missing out on a culinary experience...